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| Source: Lalique |
In my opinion Lalique is one of the most
underappreciated fragrance houses. Lalique always delivers well-composed
imaginative creations for a good price. Just to mention Encre Noire, Hommage a
l’Homme, Hommage a l’Homme Voyageur, Perles, Amethyst, Ombre Noire... Yes,
performance is sometimes subpar, but no one could deny their timeless beauty
and sophistication.
Equus is the typical story of Lalique fragrance.
Launched too early, nicely polished, reminiscent of a classic era and
completely under the radar. It opens with a certain Asian citrus touch that
almost immediately transforms in spice cabinet nutmeg and cardamom. This introduction
is rounded by juniper with gin qualities and just a hint of green violet leaf. Then
gradually morphs in woody phase characterized by the guitar rosewood, subtle vetiver
and musk. In the base there is also a touch of gentle powder. The most
impressive is the connection between the name and the composition. From the
first smell Equus transported me way back in the past, directly in the circus.
Although it is clean, polite and well groomed, underneath the surface is a
funky animal hidden note, probably by the usage of some woods.
Equus is very natural smelling
composition. Relaxing as a walk through a peaceful forest on a sunny day. The
sun is muted by ancient trees, but still bright enough to enjoy the walk. A
composition that came out too early. Later this theme will be relaunched in a
denser way inside Spicebomb and Bvlgari Man in Black. It has some qualities of
radiant Perles, but still, it is not its male counterpart. A beautiful woodsy
fougere that confirms my theory that 2000s were the most creative years for perfumes.
Longevity/ Projection
Solid (6-8 hours) / Subpar
Suggested Wearing
Daytime / Work or casual
Alternatives
Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb – louder and
simpler take on similar spice theme
Bvlgari Man in Black – darker side of
forest
Pros
Imaginative composition
Easy to wear
Reasonably priced
Nice Bottle
Cons
Performance issues
Too mature for some
A funky circus-like note might be a
problem for very delicate noses
Rating
7/10
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